Teacher of Pupils with Complex Learning Needs

Forest Way School, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 4UU

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  DEC 2026 - Maybe sooner depending on availability and recruitment checks

• Closing date

  9 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  21 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (FTE) MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance

Teacher of Pupils with Complex Learning Needs job summary

Teacher of Pupils with Complex Learning Needs (NSSL - Non subject specific learners)

Forest Way School
Full Time | Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance

Are you a passionate and highly skilled teacher with experience of supporting pupils with complex learning needs within a primary setting?

Forest Way School is a successful and nurturing special school for pupils aged 4-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. We are seeking an exceptional teacher who is committed to enabling every child to achieve their full potential through engaging, creative, and personalised learning opportunities.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who has a strong understanding of teaching pupils with complex needs, including those with severe learning difficulties, autism, communication needs, sensory needs, and associated medical or physical needs.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Has successful experience working with pupils with complex SEND in a primary or special school setting.
• Demonstrates a child-centred approach and high aspirations for every learner.
• Can deliver creative, engaging and highly differentiated learning experiences.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is committed to working collaboratively with families and a multidisciplinary team.
• Has resilience, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for special education.

We can offer:

• Wonderful pupils who inspire us every day.
• A supportive, experienced and dedicated staff team.
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A positive and inclusive school community.
• Access to a comprehensive wellbeing package through our Trust.

At Forest Way School, we believe that every pupil deserves the opportunity to thrive. Our staff are committed to providing outstanding learning experiences that celebrate individuality, promote independence, and support each pupil to achieve their very best.

Come and see us in action

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school to experience our learning environment and meet our wonderful pupils and staff. Tours can be arranged by contacting the school office and provide an excellent opportunity to learn more about the role and what makes Forest Way such a special place to work.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office.

Forest Way School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to a check being carried out at an Enhanced level by the Disclosure and Barring Service regarding any previous criminal record.

The Open Thinking Partnership shares a commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to maximise opportunity, minimise risk and continuously promote a culture that embraces the ethos of safeguarding amongst our workforce.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Forest Way School is committed to Safeguarding Children and Young People.

As this post is required to work in 'Regulated Activity' an enhanced DBS with a Barred list check is essential.

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches.

Please see our website for our Child Protection/Safeguarding Policy and Privacy Notice for Job Applicants

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Forest Way School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 19
• Size: 293 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Forest Way School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/forest-way-school-coalville

Forest Way is an Area Special School for students aged 3 to 19, with a range of needs including SLD, MLD, PMLD and ASD

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